Board the Sea Spirit, for this 14-day cruise of the two beautiful Arctic islands. Embark in Longyearbyen - a must for those who want to see the Arctic in all its wildness and splendor. Explore Svalbard, the most impressive scenery, and some of the Arctic’s best wildlife viewing. Witness the magnificent Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord systems situated in Northeast Greenland National Park, known as the world’s largest and perhaps most remote. Seabird viewing and whale sightings can be enjoyed from panoramic open decks as well as exterior stateroom windows and balconies
Highlights
Explore Northeast Greenland National Park & the fjords of Franz Josef
Find ancient Thule archaeological sites, historical huts, and modern cabins
Catch sight of the Northern Lights, an otherworldly celestial phenomenon
Spot musk oxen, arctic hare, arctic fox, polar bear, reindeer, and more
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Welcome to Oslo, which in 2019 was awarded the prestigious title “Green Capital of Europe”. A comfortable stay is arranged for you at an Oslo Airport hotel so you’re conveniently close to your flight to Longyearbyen on Day 2.
If you’re adventurous and have the time, take the handy airport train into central Oslo – it’s a 20-minute ride and trains depart and arrive frequently during the day. Near Oslo Central Station are shops, cafes, the Botanical Garden, cultural attractions, and the attractive waterfront area.
Today marks your flight to Longyearbyen (regular airline flight), the administrative center of Svalbard, and the starting point of the Arctic expedition! At Longyearbyen airport, a warm welcome awaits at the pier, where the expedition vessel, the M/V Sea Spirit, awaits you. Find comfort in your spacious suite and acquaint yourself with the ship, your home throughout this extraordinary adventure. Once underway, a full schedule of events commences with informative briefings and staff introductions. Following the first of many delightful dinners on board, step onto the open decks to admire the gorgeous scenery in the endless evening light while navigating the wildlife-rich waters of Isfjorden, one of Svalbard's largest fjords.
In the High Arctic wilderness of Svalbard, the itinerary remains flexible to maximize the experience. Weather and sea ice conditions determine the route and exploration opportunities. The experienced captain and expedition leader adapt plans accordingly. Majestic mountains, deep fjords, and turquoise waters create a stunning backdrop. Spot grazing reindeer, playful Arctic foxes, and diverse marine mammals. Keep an eye out for polar bears throughout Svalbard. Visit Ny Ålesund, a former mining town now occupied by Arctic researchers. Discover its museum, gift shop, and post office. This area also played a role in historic North Pole expeditions.
From Svalbard, heading southwest across the Greenland Sea towards East Greenland, it is possible to encounter sea ice at any time of the year in these far northern latitudes. Throughout the journey, vigilance is maintained for sightings of marine mammals, including seals and the majestic polar bear. In previous eras, a significant variety of whale species, particularly bowhead whales, inhabited the Greenland Sea. However, due to hunting that persisted into the 20th century, the whales were on the verge of extinction. Fortunately, populations are now recovering, and majestic animals can sometimes be seen passing by.
This expedition cruising offers an authentic experience, bringing new opportunities to explore. Going on a true Arctic adventure, feeling the real breath of the Arctic. Itinerary and exploration opportunities in East Greenland are dependent on weather and sea ice conditions. Experienced captains and expedition leaders take advantage of every opportunity for excellent wildlife viewing, discovering incredible scenery, and going ashore wherever possible. The Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord systems are part of Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest and perhaps most remote. This whole area contains some of the Arctic’s most magnificent scenery. Deep fjords and narrow channels, flanked by ice-clad peaks up to 2000 meters high, reach far into the mountainous heart of Greenland. Tidewater glaciers create colossal icebergs that float with wind and tide throughout the fjord system. On shore, fields of multicolored tundra are home to musk oxen and Arctic hare. The landscape, vast, open, and seemingly untouched since the beginning of time, is a hiker’s paradise. Throughout this area, ancient Thule archaeological sites, historical trappers’ huts, and modern Inuit hunters’ cabins are found. To provide the best experience possible, Days 3-5 and 8-11 might be reversed. This allows the captain and expedition team to monitor the weather and sea conditions; flexibility is the key to polar expedition cruising!
Following the exploration of the Northeast Greenland coastline and fjords, head back across the Greenland Sea toward Svalbard. Presentations and workshops by the expert staff ensure that these days at sea are not idly spent, but that’s up to you! Seabird viewing and whale sightings can be enjoyed from panoramic open decks as well as exterior stateroom windows and balconies.
After filling up with one last buffet breakfast on board, bid farewell in Longyearbyen and receive a transfer to the airport and a regular flight to Oslo. By this time, plans for the next amazing trip into the polar worlds nat already be forming!
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Triple Classic
Averaging 226 sq ft. Two twin beds (convert to a King) and a sofa bed, picture window, two wardrobes and en suite facilities.
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Main Deck Suite
Averaging 248 sq ft. Two twin beds or a King Size bed, minimum two portholes, and en suite facilities.
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Single Suite
Averaging 21 square meters/226 square feet, these cabins are located on the Oceanus Deck. They feature a picture window (it may be covered during rough sea crossings), two wardrobes, and a king-size bed.
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Classic Suite
Averaging 226 sq ft. Two twin beds or a King Size bed, picture window, two wardrobes, and en suite facilities.
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Superior Suite
Averaging 215 sq ft. Two twin beds or a King Size bed, picture window overlooking outside walkway, and en suite facilities.
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Deluxe Suite
Averaging 258 sq ft. Two twin beds or a King Size bed, private balcony, walk-in closet or wardrobe, and en suite facilities.
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Premium Suite
Averaging 323 sq ft. Two twin beds or a King Size bed, private balcony, lounge area, and en suite facilities.
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Owner's Suite
Averaging 463 sq ft. King size bed and sofa bed, separate living room with game and meeting area, private deck, and en suite facilities with jetted bathtub.
Notes
Solo Travelers:
All rates posted are per person based on double occupancy. Single supplement: 1.7 for Main Deck and Classic, Superior Suite; twice the posted price for Deluxe, Premium and Owner's Suite.
Initial deposit is 20%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
13 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 12 Dinners
13 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Port Fees
Welcome and Farewell Cocktails
Digital Voyage Log
Pre-departure materials
Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily
All scheduled landings/excursions (subject to weather conditions)
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team
Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise
Wi-Fi on board
Group transfer to Longyearbyen airport
1 pre-voyage night on Day 1 in Oslo
Round trip regular flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen
Group transfer to the ship for embarkation on Day 2
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Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Kayaking
Passport or Visa fees
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations;
The cost of any applicable medical tests (such as COVID-19) or vaccinations required either by a national government or Poseidon Expeditions before, during or after the cruise;
Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per person
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
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Adventure Life is always an excellent choice when planning complicated, extreme, or exotic vacations or expeditions. They provide friendly professional services and advice and are enthusiastic and encouraging in helping us to prepare and thoroughly enjoy our trip. They handle all the details which greatly reduces the stress of planning a difficult trip. I'm very impressed with Adventure Life and definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Scott Trochim
2 days ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
4 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
5 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.